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The story of the element that has enraptured humankind for millennia
Gold has fascinated people throughout the ages. We all know that gold is expensive, rare, and beautiful. Most also know that it is used to make jewelry, coins, art, electronics, investments, etc. But there is so much more to explore about this unique element. Have you ever wondered: Where does gold come from? Why is gold the color that it is? What country has the most gold? How much gold is there left to mine? Is gold renewable? Why has the price of gold gone up so fast? We will discuss these questions and more. Come to a glittering evening!
PRESENTER:
Norma Fries, a long-time Instituter, is often asked how she got into collecting coins and currency. She responds that her interest grew from watching her Dad collect coins—he seemed to be having such a grand time! After getting a degree in mathematics, teaching high school math for 5 years, and working for IBM in software development for almost 30 years, she finally had time to study history and the monies affiliated with that history. She is so happy to share what she has collected and discovered.
